Privacy Policy
At Thomson & Ryberg Publications, we are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This policy applies to all users of our website, journal platform, and associated services.
Information We Collect
We collect information that you provide directly to us when you:
- Create an account or submit research
- Subscribe to newsletters or alerts
- Contact us through support channels
- Participate in surveys or feedback programs
Personal Information
This includes your name, institutional affiliation, email address, submission details, peer review activities, and payment information where applicable.
Automatically Collected Data
We automatically collect certain information when you visit our website, including IP address, browser type, device information, access timestamps, and page interaction metrics through cookies and similar technologies.
How We Use Your Information
We use collected information to:
- Process manuscript submissions and peer review workflows
- Manage accounts and subscriptions
- Communicate editorial decisions and notifications
- Provide customer support and respond to inquiries
- Analyze platform usage to improve services
- Comply with legal obligations and enforce policies
- Detect and prevent fraudulent or abusive activities
Data Sharing and Disclosure
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share data in the following circumstances:
- With consent: When you explicitly authorize sharing
- Service providers: With vendors who assist our operations under confidentiality agreements
- Legal requirements: When required by law or to protect rights and safety
- Academic publication: Author names and affiliations are published as part of scholarly articles
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We use essential cookies for site functionality and analytics cookies to understand usage patterns. You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings; see Cookie settings.
Data Security
We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your information, including encryption in transit and at rest, access controls, regular security audits, and employee training on data protection practices.
Your Rights
Depending on your location, you may have rights to:
- Access and obtain a copy of your personal data
- Request correction of inaccurate information
- Request deletion of your data where applicable
- Opt out of marketing communications
- Withdraw consent for data processing
- Lodge complaints with supervisory authorities
International Data Transfers
As an international publisher, we transfer data across borders. Where required, we employ appropriate safeguards including Standard Contractual Clauses and ensure recipients comply with data protection laws.
Children's Privacy
Our services are directed to adults involved in scholarly research. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 18. If we discover such collection, we will delete it promptly.
Changes to This Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. We will notify you of material changes through the website and, where appropriate, via email. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your rights, please contact:
Privacy Office
Thomson & Ryberg Publications
Email: trpub.online@gmail.com
Mail: Westblaak 2, 3012 KK Rotterdam, Netherlands.